How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE278 - GTIN &1 for product &2 and unit of measure &3 will be changed

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 278

• Message text: GTIN &1 for product &2 and unit of measure &3 will be changed

What causes this issue?

During the import, the indicator for the main GTIN was changed in GTIN
for article and unit of measure , that is, an existing main GTIN has
become an alternative GTIN, or an alternative GTIN has become the main
GTIN.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

This GTIN is flagged to be changed.

How to fix this error?

When you save this change, the main GTIN indicator for this GTIN will be
adjusted accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE278 - GTIN &1 for product &2 and unit of measure &3 will be changed ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE278 indicates that there is an issue related to the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) for a specific product and unit of measure. This message typically arises in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with changes to GTINs in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  GTIN Change: The error suggests that the GTIN for the specified product and unit of measure is being changed. This could happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Updates in product packaging or labeling.
  Changes in product specifications or classifications.
  Data migration or updates from external systems.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the product master data, such as:
  
  The GTIN is not correctly linked to the product.
  The unit of measure does not match the expected values for the GTIN.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the current data structure or business processes.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes